Monica Simmons

MONICA SIMMONS, CCMA, CPCT
1704 Country Lane • Ewing, NJ 08628
Phone (732) 407-2652 • E-Mail Simmons.Monica.V@gmail.com
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
• Recent graduate of a Clinical Medical Assistant & Patient Care Technician course, containing phlebotomy, EKG & EMR / EHR.
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), Patient Care Technician (CPCT), Phlebotomy Technician (CPT), EKG Technician (CET) and Electronic Health Record Specialist (CEHRS) through the National Healthcareer Association.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified through the American Heart Association, trained in AED, adult, & child CPR.
• Caring and compassionate demeanor; always ensuring that difficult situations are handled in a professional manner.
• Self-starter with strong interpersonal and organizational skills, working well independently or as part of a team.
CORE MEDICAL ASSISTANT COMPETENCIES

• Histological Examinations
• Medical Records Management
• Phlebotomy Process
• Medical Device Knowledge & Testing
• Sterilization & Disinfection
• Medical Procedures & Terminology
• Basic Anatomy
• OSHA Compliance
• Urinalysis Testing
• Venipuncture/Blood Specimen & Analysis
• Microbiology & Vital Signs
• HIPAA Knowledge

EDUCATION
CCMA & CPCT Program Merit Training Institute, Burlington Twp., NJ 2016
• Proficient in the taking of vital signs, such as pulse rate, temperature, peripheral oxygen saturation and blood pressure.
• Highly skilled at using regular and butterfly needles when performing venipuncture, using the correct order of draw and minimizing patient discomfort.
• Performed dermal punctures for point-of-care (POC) testing, including glucometer and spun microhematocrit.
• Skilled in the accurate preparation and administration of intradermal, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections.
• Competent in the use of a centrifuge to separate blood samples as required for laboratory analysis.
• Skilled in the correct specimen collection and urinalysis procedures; always ensuring quality control testing is performed.
• Accurately completed 12-lead electrocardiograms (EKG’s) daily; able to quickly recognize any artifacts and make the proper adjustments to obtain an accurate EKG.
• Accomplished in basic ECG arrhythmia interpretation, including recognition of common heart blocks, sinus and atrioventricular rhythms.
• Able to set up sterile trays properly, with acute awareness of aseptic technique and infection control guidelines at all times.
• Advanced working knowledge of OSHA, JCAHO, CLIA and HIPAA regulations, including the proper methods for prohibiting the transmission of blood borne pathogens.
• Hands-on training in the use of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) software, as well as the Patient Management System (PMS) Medisoft.
• Sound knowledge of clinical procedures, medical terminology, anatomy and physiology.
• Thorough understanding of maintaining sufficient supplies, stocking and cleaning exam rooms, answering phones, and providing clerical support
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Lead Baker Aramark Corporation/Rider University. Lawrenceville, NJ 08/11 – Present
Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher Remsterville Learning Center, Monroe Twp., NJ 06/09 – 09/11
Baker ShopRite, Spotswood, NJ 02/08 – 09/09
Cashier Rainbow, East Brunswick, NJ 09/06 – 02/08
Hostess Monroe Village Nursing Home, Monroe Twp., NJ 08/02 – 09/06